Recreation Aid (Equipment Rental)

Summary

About the position: This position will be assigned to the Tinker Outdoor Recreation Program. This is a Regular Part Time position with a minimum guaranteed 20 hours per week. Incumbent will be eligible for benefits including Health and Dental coverage, Life Insurance, 401k and NAF Retirement.

Duties

• Performs and/or assists other recreation assistants or specialist in representing program potential to patrons, providing information about services, program and rental equipment availability and pricing. Provides assistance to patrons by explaining the functions and features availability on equipment. Demonstrates the use of simple tools and equipment. Issues customer checkout/rental items. Receives returned items and checks for damages. Inspects program and rental equipment to ensure safe condition and proper mechanical operation. Performs basic "user" equipment maintenance and makes minor repairs. Stocks shelves, cleans and returns equipment and supplies to storage areas. Performs general housekeeping duties. Assists clientele in completing forms and registration cards. Serves as a sales representative in a general or specialized area. Answers telephone and provides accurate information. Performs routine supply/inventory duties such as processing documents, posting and establishing new records. Performs cashier duties by receiving monies due, issuing change and receipts and completing related cash control forms. Performs other related duties as assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13048109

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 09/15/2026 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Practical knowledge of recreational activities, rules, and procedures and program and rental equipment (tents, campers, camping gear, athletic equipment, wood chippers, log splitters, mowers, rototillers, boats, etc.) Ability to safeguard and handle cash and ability to perform minor (user) maintenance on program and rental equipment. Possess limited knowledge of and be able to use computer database for recordkeeping and point of sale. Ability to lift 50 pounds frequently.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution.

How to apply

To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/15/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJobs account to apply. If you do not have a USAJobs account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account and designate the document type when submitting your application. Failure to complete this portion will result in an incomplete application package and you will not be further considered for this vacancy. It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJobs account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status